Residential Fast Track Permit Process & Inspection Process
Residential Fast Track permit applications must be applied for electronically and are generally issued within one to two business days. Eligible projects include single level decks, sheds (under 200 square feet), etc.
If you have questions about the fast track process, call or visit our DPS offices.
Listen to the Permitting Services Podcast for more information about Residential Fast Track permits.
- Interior alterations may not include load-bearing walls.
- Basement alterations may not include a kitchen.
- Additions are not eligible.
- 2-level decks are not eligible.
- Please see our expanded list of eligible projects.
Plans must be submitted electronically using our Apply and ePay link found on the homepage. You will also need to include a copy of the site plan or house location survey with your electronic plans.
Construction plans are not required for sheds, gazebos or other detached non-habitable structures that are less than 200 square feet in size nor for single-level decks designed in accordance with Montgomery County Deck Details – these type projects will only require a zoning review.
Standard residential building permit applications typically take four weeks to complete the first set of review comments. Fast track permit applications are issued generally in one to two days.
Revisions must be submitted electronically. These sheets must clearly distinguish the changes from the approved plans by a revised scope of work note, specific to each sheet and located on that sheet. Applicants are encouraged to include a narrative and to use clouds and/or numbered triangles indicating the revision number.
Visit the DPS customer service lobby at 2425 Reedie Drive, 7th floor, in Wheaton. The office is open from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday-Friday, and no appointment is necessary. If you have questions, call MC 311 or 240-777-0311.